Police target rural crime

As part of an operation, which took place in the Ponteland area on Tuesday, July 15, 50 vehicles were stopped and occupants spoken to by partners to ensure they weren’t flouting the law.

The East Tynedale Neighbourhood Policing Team joined forces with partners from VOSA (Vehicle Operating Standards Agency) and HMRC (Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs) to check vehicles and make sure motorists had the correct paperwork.

East Tynedale Neighbourhood Sergeant Mick Stephenson said: “As well as improving road safety, it helps us gather information about vehicles travelling into the area.”

Scooter stolen in Gateshead

A scooter has been stolen from a home.

The white Vespa was taken at 7.15am on Friday at William Morris Avenue, in Highfield, Gateshead. Its registration is NK05 DPE.